"...these events are beyond your control and there is nothing much you can do..."

I strongly disagree on both counts. Americans can very much assert control over our government, which is the point of the Constitution, and I am in complete control of how I respond to good information regarding a great many issues of import to me, including supply shocks. It is having good information that is necessary for me to make rational decisions about whether or not to undertake major efforts to adapt my operations to mitigate potential hazards. Because of that I very much appreciate your informed provision of this information.

Thanks!